Using Virtual Classroom Tools in Unconventional Ways

Conference Archive

Learning Solutions Conference & Expo 2014 - March 21, 2014

Beverly Floyd

Learning Specialist Zeiders Enterprises

Barbara Geisler

Senior Learning Specialist Zeiders Enterprises

Can chat pods be
used for more than just chatting? Can you measure learning performance with a
poll? Can you raise your hand for something other than a question? For years,
our virtual-classroom tools have been yearning to let loose from the chains of
predictable uses. Discover ways to break out of the cookie-cutter mold, and creative
ways of using some of the tools universal to most platforms that can ramp up
participation and learning.

This session will
demonstrate how to use take virtual-platform tools to the next level of
facilitation and interactivity. Session participants will examine several
webinar tools that are available in most virtual platforms, and explore the
many ways you can incorporate them into training to achieve performance-based
learning objectives. You’ll use detailed training aids with suggested uses
during the session, and be able to download them after the session to support
learning transfer to the workplace. PowerPoint slides will provide visual
support while social-media connections will provide ongoing knowledge sharing
and collaborative support.

In this session, you will learn:

How to
construct interactive learning activities using three webinar tools available
in most platforms

How to maximize
participation with large or small webinar audiences

Ways to
improve facilitation by incorporating innovative techniques

Approaches
to improve learner retention by allowing opportunities to apply and practice
new information

Audience:Designers
and developers. Knowledge of virtual-learning platforms such as Adobe Connect,
Citrix, or Blackboard will be helpful.

Technology discussed in this session:Various virtual
classroom tools.

Student technology needs:N/A

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